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In this issue of Energize Saint Paul News:
There’s Still Time to Join Energize Saint Paul
It’s not too late for large Saint Paul buildings to join Energize Saint Paul and our summer program, Race to Reduce! Benefit from webinars, networking events, tip sheets, resources from our partners, and newsletters like this one - Contact lauren.weber@ci.stpaul.mn.us with questions.
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Designed for building operations staff, come enjoy a complimentary lunch and troubleshoot your Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) issues with Mark Hancock, PE, a building energy expert with our partner, the Center for Energy and Environment, who brings over 30 years of experience. In fact, you can submit your HVAC and building energy questions in advance to lauren.weber@ci.stpaul.mn.us and we will do our best to address them during the allotted time. Please note if you'd like your submission to be anonymous.
Meet fellow building engineers and managers from across Saint Paul while getting tips that will make your building more comfortable, cost-effective, and efficient this summer and for years to come! RSVP for this free event here.
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Xcel Energy's Quick Tips to Save Money
Tune up your HVAC system! Follow these low or no cost maintenance tips to ensure your cooling system is operating at peak performance this summer.
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A Tip from District Energy: Save Energy Through Load Limiting
July offers up the warmest days of the year in Minnesota. By integrating District Energy’s meter data into the building automation system, building operators can save energy and avoid setting unnecessary cooling peaks. Learn more about how to save money through load limiting.
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Identify Energy Waste Culprits in Your Air Conditioning System
It doesn’t require lots of time or money to increase the operational efficiency of your HVAC. Figure out how to identify the energy waste culprits in your equipment in this article from FacilitiesNet.
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All Buildings Participating in Race to Reduce Commit to Benchmark by October 15, 2018
You signed up your building, now what? July is a great time to get your property set up in Portfolio Manager and begin the process of accessing your utility information. If you get stuck, call our helpline at 651-266-6656. For motivation, you can imagine that nice note from the Mayor's Office while you're working on the first few steps in our benchmarking guide.
Of course, if you're ahead of the game and already benchmarked, sit tight and check our August newsletter for submittal details.
View Our June Webinar: Intro to Energy Benchmarking
Thank you to all who attended our first Race to Reduce webinar last month. Attendees learned about the benefits of energy benchmarking, ENERGY STAR Certification, and Race to Reduce. You can view a recording of the webinar here.
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July 19 - EPA Webinar: Portfolio Manager 301
July 19 - USGBC: GBCI Credential Office Hours – LEED GA, LEED AP, SITES AP, WELL AP and More…
July 25 - Energize Saint Paul: Ask an Engineer Lunch
July 25 - EPA Webinar: Portfolio Manager’s “Ask the Expert”
July 31 - USGBC: Quarter 3 Meeting – Reconsidering Market-Rate in Minnesota: Is NZE Feasible for Commercial High Rise Buildings?
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Stay Cool and Save Money with Xcel Energy Rebates
Think your cooling system is ready for an upgrade? Take advantage of these rebates from Xcel Energy to help lower the upfront costs.
Try Xcel Energy's Multi-Family Building Efficiency Program
Are you a multi-family building owner wondering where to start? Consider scheduling a free, whole building energy audit through the Multi-Family Building Efficiency program. Any building qualified as affordable multi-family housing can earn double incentives through this program.
Energize Saint Paul Office Hours
Call us at 651-266-6656 Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1-5 PM for benchmarking help right over the phone, or leave a message anytime for your friendly City staff.
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